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Ministry of Defence
Swarnim Vijay Varsh 2021
Naval Operational Demo on the Hooghly River ‘Samudri Virasat Pradarshan
As part of the Swarnim Vijay Varsh 2021 Celebrations at Kolkata, Indian Navy conducted a maiden Operational Demonstration on the Hooghly River on 20 Mar 21. This unique event displayed the maritime prowess of assets and personnel who sail the high seas as well as operate along the coast. Two Waterjet Fast Attack Craft , four Navy Patrol Boats, one each Sea King and Chetak helicopter, a Marine Commando  team and a Coast Guard Air Cushion Vessel  demonstrated in the ‘Op Demo’. The Hon’ble Governor of West Bengal Shri Jagdeep Dhankar graced the occasion as the Chief Guest.
A High speed ‘Steampast’ by four armed Navy Patrol Boats opened the Op Demo on the Hooghly, followed by the CG ACV, which operating from Haldia, glided over the surface of the Hooghly river displaying its unique manoeuvres. It was followed by WJFACs sailing down the river, executing precise navigational manoeuvers and anchoring mid-river. Formation flying by a Sea King and Chetak helicopter took the demo to the Skies, after which the Chetak demonstrated ‘Search and Rescue’ of a simulated rescue of a drowning person from the river. Both helicopters thereafter displayed their aerial prowess by performing ‘helibatics’ for the audience. The MARCOS displayed their skill in undertaking fast airborne insertion into occupied territory by slithering down from a Sea King onto a Gemini Assault Watercraft followed by a simulated clandestine beach assault. This was followed by a swift ‘extraction’ by the Sea King utilising a method known as STIE , wherein the Commandos latched onto a special rope underslung from the helicopter and were flown out hanging onto it.
The final aerial act witnessed the Chetak displaying vertical replenishment and transferring a Memento from the river to the seating area which was presented by Vice Admiral AB Singh, Flag officer Commanding-in-Chief Eastern Naval Command to the Chief Guest. After a final high-speed salute by the Naval Patrol Boats, the gathering was treated to some patriotic fervour by the Navy Band.
The Op Demo concluded with the ‘Sunset Ceremony’ wherein the Naval Ensigns at Babu Ghat and on the naval ships anchored mid-river, were lowered along with the firing of flares by the ships into the sky illuminating their silhouettes. A stellar fireworks display over the Hooghly brought the curtain down on the ‘Samudri Virasat Pradarshan’.
This was the first time that such an event, involving Naval ships, patrol boats, aircraft and a CG hovercraft, was conducted on the Hooghly at Kolkata. The historic first event enthralled an audience that included armed forces personnel from all three Services, Veterans and general public including children and NCC cadets who thronged the riverbanks of the Hooghly to watch this unique spectacle in Kolkata.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 452
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 186.05 Crore
More than 13 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
More than 2.31 Crore Vaccine Doses administered to 12-14 age group so far
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 186.05 Crore  today. More than 13 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. More than 2.31 Crore  vaccine doses have been administered to 12-14 years age group so far. More than 2.47 Crore  Precaution Doses for the identified categories of beneficiaries  for COVID vaccination have been administered so far. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10404211
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2nd Dose
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10006497
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Precaution Dose
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4562218
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18414071
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2nd Dose
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17522945
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Precaution Dose
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7062887
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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23169943
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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57749084
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2nd Dose
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39915428
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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555136082
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2nd Dose
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471173270
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Precaution Dose
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9712
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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202833573
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2nd Dose
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186477888
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Precaution Dose
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34727
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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126801248
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2nd Dose
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116157604
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Precaution Dose
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13092951
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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994508212
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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841253632
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Precaution Dose
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24762495
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Total
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1860524339
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 12th April, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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44
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2nd Dose
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473
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Precaution Dose
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11206
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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59
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2nd Dose
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863
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Precaution Dose
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22580
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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387732
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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43847
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2nd Dose
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127441
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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35048
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2nd Dose
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398949
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Precaution Dose
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3437
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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4844
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2nd Dose
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80889
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Precaution Dose
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13272
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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3776
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2nd Dose
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52789
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Precaution Dose
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141236
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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475350
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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661404
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Precaution Dose
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191731
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Total
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1328485
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Communications
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw greets Universal Postal Union and Postal family on World Postal Day
Leverage given by tough times will guide India Post positively in years to come: Postal Secretary Shri Vineet Pandey
World Post Day is celebrated each year on 9th of October to mark the anniversary of establishment of the Universal Postal Union in 1874. India has been a member of the Universal Postal Union since 1876. The purpose of World Post Day is to create awareness about the role of postal sector in the lives of people and businesses as well as contribution to the socio-economic development of countries. The theme for this year’s World Post Day is ‘Innovate to recover’.On the occasion of World Post Day, we remember the invaluable contributions of postal workers in ensuring public service delivery during the trying times of Covid pandemic.
To quote Mr. António Guterres, Secretary General of the United Nations-“The vast postal network – involving millions of workers moving billions of pieces of mail through hundreds of thousands of post offices – is woven into our societies, connecting communities the world over”
With more than 1.5 lakh IT enabled Post Offices, India Post played a crucial role in rendering postal and financial services during the pandemic lockdown in 2020 and in 2021. The robust IT system enabled India Post to deliver financial services at the doorsteps of citizens.
The vast postal network has been further strengthened through the launch of India Post Payments Bank in 2018,with a vision to build the most accessible, affordable and trusted bank for the common man.
On the occasion of World Postal Day, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Electronics & Information Technology, greeted the Universal Postal Union and Postal in a tweet. He also mentioned about the social contribution of India Postal Department.
Shri Vineet Pandey, Secretary  in his message on the eve of World Post Day has highlighted that the “Post Offices have become more relevant than ever before and the leverage given by the tough times will guide India Post positively in the years to come”.
Election Commission
Bye Elections to the Legislative Councils of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana by the members of Legislative Assembly 
There are three casual vacancies in the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council and one casual vacancy in the Telangana Legislative Council by the Members of Legislative Assembly. The details of the vacancies are as follow:
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ANDHRA PRADESH
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Name of Member
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Cause of vacancy
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Term Upto
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Karanam Balarama Krishna Murthy
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Resignation on 06.06.2019
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29.03.2023
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Alla Kali Krishna Srinivas
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29.03.2023
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Kolagatla Veerabhadra Swamy
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29.03.2021
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TELANGANA
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K Yadava Reddy
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Disqualification on 16.01.2019
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03.06.2021
The Commission has decided to hold three bye-elections to the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council and one to the Telangana Legislative Council by the Members of the respective Legislative Assembly to fill the above mentioned vacancies in accordance with the following programme: -
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S.No.
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Subject of Programme
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Dates and Days
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-
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Issue of Notifications
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07th August, 2019 
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-
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Last Date of making nominations
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14th August, 2019 
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Scrutiny of nominations
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16th August, 2019 
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-
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Last date for withdrawal of candidatures
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19th August, 2019 
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-
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Date of Poll
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26th August, 2019 
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Hours of Poll
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9.00 A.M. to 4.00 P.M.
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Counting of Votes
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26th August, 2019  at 5.00 P.M.
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Date before which election shall be completed
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28th August, 2019 
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Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
PM chairs the valedictory session of Assistant Secretaries;
IAS officers of 2017 batch make presentations to PM
The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi attended the valedictory session of Assistant Secretaries  here today. The MoS , Dr Jitendra Singh, Principal Secretary to Prime Minister, Dr. P.K. Mishra, Cabinet Secretary, Shri Rajiv Gauba, Secretary  Dr C. Chandramouli and senior officers were also present on the occasion.
The officers made several presentations to the Prime Minister on themes ranging from Transforming Aspirational Districts to Governance Solutions for Transparency and Faster Delivery.
The Prime Minister encouraged the officers to be receptive towards new ideas, new concepts and perspectives. One should take feedback from multiple sources, analyze them and incorporate them, PM said. He asked the officers to strive for continuous learning and to foster curiosity.
Interacting with officers, Prime Minister said that maintaining service orientation is paramount for a civil servant as it will bring out neutrality.
Emphasizing on the importance of public participation, he urged the young officers to encourage collective efforts for effective implementation of government schemes. He exhorted the officers to imbibe the best experiences they had during the course of being Assistant Secretary.
Prime Minister appreciated the young officers for their presentations and wished them the best for their roles ahead. “Your success is important for the nation. Your success can transform the lives of many people”, PM said.
The Cabinet Secretary, Shri Rajiv Gauba said that during their career, these officers have to fulfil important responsibilities in states & Centre and this attachment helps them to understand the functioning of Central Government flagship programmes closely. This practice was started in the year 2015 and this is the 5th such batch to be attached with Central ministries and departments, he said. He further added that there were 169 IAS officers of 2017 batch, who gained this experience this year. Shri Gauba conveyed his best wishes to the officers.
President's Secretariat
Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar takes oath as the new Governor of West Bengal
Kolkata, July, 30, 2019
Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar took oath as the new Governor of West Bengal at Raj Bhavan, Kolkata today. The Chief Justice of Calcutta High Court, Justice T B N Radhakrishnan administered the oath to the new governor in presence of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, state ministers and other dignitaries
Shri Dhankar replaced Shri Keshari Nath Tripathi, who has completed his tenure on July 23rd.
The new governor, who is also a noted Supreme Court advocate, met the vice-chancellors of Calcutta University, Jadavpur University, Presidency University and Visva-Bharati University on this occasion.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President appeals to the religious leaders and media to encourage people for organ donation
Vice President emphasises the need for creating a support systemfor organ donation
Shri Dhankhar attends the launch of the National Campaign for Body-Organs Donation at SwasthSabal Bharat Sammelan organised by DadhichiDeh Dan Samiti
The Vice President, Shri JagdeepDhankhar today appealed to the religious leaders and media to encourage people for organ donation by dispelling their doubts and creating awareness on this issue of vital importance.
Addressing a gathering during the launch of the NationalCampaign for Body-Organs Donationat an event organised by DadhichiDehdanSamitiin New Delhi today, the Vice President called organ donation a sensitive issue and emphasised the need for creating a support system for organ donation. Praising Dadhich Deh Dan Samiti for endeavouring to build the right ecosystem in this regard, he wanted these efforts to reach upto family level. “Media and social media have a great role in this mission. Every media person must contribute to spread this well-meaning message,” he added.
Conveying his greetings on the occasion of MaharshiDadhichiJayanti today, Shri Dhankhar urged everyone to emulate the life and philosophy of the great Sage for “our own happiness and for giving back to the society.”
On this occasion, a book titled “Sakaratmakta se Sankalp Vijay Ka” was also released by SadhviBhagwatiSaraswati of ParmarthNiketan,Rishikesh. After the release, PujyaSadhvi Ji presented the first copy of the book to the Vice President.
Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Member of Parliament, Shri Sushil Modi, Member of Parliament, Shri Alok Kumar, Senior advocate and Patron of DadhichiDeh Dan Samiti, family members of organ donors, representatives of NGOs from 22 states, doctors and other dignitaries attended the event.
Photographs of the event –
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
India’s Cumulative COVID-19 Vaccination Coverage exceeds 194.27 Cr
Over 3.45 Cr 1st dose vaccines administered for age group 12-14 years
India's Active caseload currently stands at 26,976
3,714 new cases reported in the last 24 hours
Recovery Rate currently stands at 98.72%
Weekly Positivity Rate is presently at 0.97%
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 194.27 Cr  as per provisional reports till 7 am today. This has been achieved through 2,47,93,056 sessions.
COVID-19 vaccination for the age group 12-14 years was started on 16 March, 2022. So far, more than 3.45 Cr  adolescents have been administered with the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine. Similarly, the COVID-19 precaution dose administration for age group 18-59 years also started from 10th April, 2022 onwards.
The break-up of the cumulative figure as per the provisional report till 7 am today include:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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1,04,07,336
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2nd Dose
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1,00,44,342
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Precaution Dose
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53,15,737
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FLWs
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1st Dose
|
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1,84,19,915
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2nd Dose
|
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1,75,90,917
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Precaution Dose
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89,64,677
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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3,45,58,366
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2nd Dose
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1,79,69,120
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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5,96,49,519
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2nd Dose
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4,63,46,970
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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55,73,73,611
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2nd Dose
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49,22,54,930
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Precaution Dose
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11,68,674
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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20,32,89,319
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2nd Dose
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19,13,42,058
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Precaution Dose
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15,90,120
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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12,71,21,676
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2nd Dose
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11,93,69,083
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Precaution Dose
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1,99,40,173
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Precaution Dose
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3,69,79,381
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Total
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1,94,27,16,543
India’s Active Caseload currently stands at 26,976. Active cases now constitute 0.06% of the country's total Positive Cases.
Consequently, India’s recovery rate stands at 98.72%. 2,513 patients have recovered in the last 24 hours and the cumulative tally of recovered patients  is now at 4,26,33,365.
3,714 new cases were reported in the last 24 hours.
The last 24 hours saw a total of 3,07,716 COVID-19 tests being conducted. India has so far conducted over 85.32 Cr  cumulative tests.
Weekly Positivity Rate in the country currently stands at 0.97% and the Daily Positivity rate is reported to be 1.21%.
Ministry of Defence
Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrated by Andaman & Nicobar Command
- CINCAN Lt Gen Ajai Singh lays wreath at Birchgunj Military Station
- Calls for jointness among Armed Forces
- Veterans of all three services attend the function
Andaman and Nicobar Command  celebrated Kargil Vijay Diwas at Birchgunj Military Station on July 26, 2021 to commemorate India’s victory during the 1999 Kargil war. The wreath laying ceremony by a Joint- service guard, comprising all components of ANC, was organised to pay homage to the fallen heroes of the Kargil War, who made the supreme sacrifice, upholding the highest traditions of the Armed Forces. Commander-in-Chief Andaman and Nicobar Command  Lieutenant General Ajai Singh laid a wreath to honour the bravehearts. Veterans of all the three services residing in Andaman and Nicobar Islands were also invited for the function.
The CINCAN also interacted with the troops. He called for jointness among the Armed Forces and preparedness at all times, saying that it provides an exponential advantage in the battle field. All COVID-19 protocol measures were followed by the personnel present at the event.
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Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Press Note
Government invoke Disaster Management Act to ensure prices regulation and availability of Surgical and protective mask, Hand sanitizer and Gloves
In cognizance of reports regarding non-availability and black marketing of Surgical and protective masks, Hand sanitizers and Gloves and as a measure of preparedness to address the challenge of outbreak of COVID-19, NPPA requested to Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to notify the above mentioned items as drugs with immediate effect to enable NPPA to regulate the availability and prices of the Surgical and protective masks, Hand sanitizers and Gloves in public interest.
In pursuance of directions conveyed by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare vide order dated 13.03.2020 under clause  of sub-section  of section 10 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority has been mandated to regulate the availability and prices of the Surgical and protective masks, Hand sanitizers and Gloves.
Accordingly, NPPA vide order dated 13th March, 2020 has directed to all State /UT Governments, in public interest, in order to deal with the situation arising out of COVID-19, to take necessary steps to ensure sufficient availability of Surgical and protective masks, Hand sanitizers and Gloves at prices not exceeding the maximum retail prices  printed on the pack size.
State/UT Governments have also been directed to monitor the production and distribution of above mentioned items by the Manufacturers/ Importers, Stockists and Retailers and ensure that hoarding, black marketing and profiteering may not happen.
Department of Pharmaceuticals, M/o Chemicals & Fertilizers Government of India
New Delhi: 13 March, 2020
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
192.38 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 14,832
Active cases stand at 0.03%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.75%
2,099 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to
4,25,99,102
2,022 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
84.70 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 2,94,812 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Women and Child Development
Total 2688 Crèches operational across the country; Number of beneficiaries is 57128 under PALNA SCHEME
The Ministry of Women and Child Development has launched an Umbrella Scheme Mission Shakti for the safety, security and empowerment of women for implementation during the 15th Finance Commission period 2021-22 to 2025-26. The scheme guidelines are effective from 01.04.2022. The Palna component has been included under Mission Shakti to provide for quality and affordable day-care facilities for the children of working women to encourage women’s participation in work force. The number of crèches operational across the country is 2688 and the number of beneficiaries is 57128 as on 31.05.2023.
The process for running and assessment of operations of crèches are taken by State Governments and UT Administrations on the basis of verification and inspections done by them. This Ministry of Women and Child Development also makes regular follow up with the State Government and UT Administrations through meetings, video conferences and discussions.
The Mission Shakti Guidelines ensure the training and capacity building of crèche workers to provide high-quality care and education to children under the scheme. A crèche worker and helper will undergo a mandatory short-term training after he/she joins the crèche centre. The training will be organized by the State Boards through identified recognized training institutes. No crèche shall be started if crèche workers have not undergone training organized by State Board and Secretary State Board shall be responsible for the timely conduct of training in their State.Training will emphasis on areas such as childcare, health-first aid, cardio pulmonary resuscitation, emergency, handling hygiene. To develop skills in them for organizing various activities to promote all round development of children.
The objective of the Palna Scheme is to address the urgent need for quality day-care facilities/crèches to the children of working women by providing a safe and secure environment for nutritional, health and cognitive development of the children, thereby enabling more women to take up gainful employment amongst all socio-economic groups both in the organized and unorganized sector, irrespective of their employment status.
This information was given by the Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.